Comparative for not able to be depended or relied upon (for stability)
“The event was again held indoors due to the unreliable summer weather.”
Comparative for lacking in competence
“At best, an unreliable lawyer will do the client no good. At worst, the unreliable lawyer will make matters worse.”
Comparative for lacking in veracity, accuracy or truth
“The figures were unreliable because the sample sizes were too small.”
Comparative for dishonest and not to be trusted
“Thus, when one witness mentioned a lengthy conversation with him, he was declared a liar and an unreliable witness.”
Comparative for not showing a proper sense of care or responsibility
“He is said to have inspired hardworking staff, and to have fired the unreliable and non-diligent ones.”
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